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05/22/2026

USCIS has announced new guidance stating that Adjustment of Status (green card processing from within the U.S.) will generally only be granted in “extraordinary circumstances.” This could significantly impact many applicants currently in the immigration process.
https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/news-releases/us-citizenship-and-immigration-services-will-grant-adjustment-of-status-only-in-extraordinary

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced a new policy memo reiterating the fact that, consistent with long-standing immigration law and immigration court decisions, aliens seeking adjustment of status must do so through consular processing via the Department of State outside of the....

05/17/2026

Honored to celebrate this milestone!

Attorney Dilli Raj Bhatta has been awarded recognition by Super Lawyers for 5 years of excellence in practice. A proud milestone reflecting dedication, professionalism, and commitment to clients.

04/29/2026

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued an interim final rule implementing new immigration fees and requirements under the H.R. 1 Reconciliation Act of 2025, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” This legislation introduces additional fees aimed at strengthening funding for immigration enforcement operations and ensuring that noncitizens bear the cost of immigration-related services.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is announcing an interim final rule to implement immigration fees and requirements from the H.R. 1 Reconciliation Act of 2025 (One Big Beautiful Bill Act).

04/02/2026

USCIS has completed the FY 2027 H-1B initial registration selection process. Employers with selected beneficiaries may now begin filing cap-subject H-1B petitions starting April 1.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has received enough electronic registrations for unique beneficiaries during the initial registration period to reach the fiscal year 2027 H-1B numerical allocations (known as the H-1B cap), including the advanced degree exemption (master’s cap).

02/02/2026

USCIS announced that the FY 2027 H-1B initial registration period will run from March 4 to March 19, 2026. Employers and representatives must register beneficiaries through a USCIS online account and pay a $215 fee per registration. Only registrations selected in this process may file H-1B cap-subject petitions. Selection notifications are expected by March 31, 2026.

For FY 2027, a new rule changes how selections are made. If registrations exceed the cap, USCIS will use a weighted selection process that prioritizes higher-skilled and higher-paid beneficiaries, rather than a purely random lottery. If registrations do not exceed the cap, all properly submitted registrations will be selected.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced that the initial registration period for the fiscal year (FY) 2027 H-1B cap will open at noon Eastern on March 4 and run through noon Eastern on March 19, 2026.

01/18/2026

immigration law expert Dili Raj Bhatt said the new visa policy will affect thousands of Bangladeshis, including those with long-pending citizenship cases, people waiting for immigrant visa reviews, and even applicants with scheduled interviews. He noted that the policy’s duration is unclear but expects legal challenges, with more clarity likely after court decisions.

Those who wish to submit new applications for family members will still be able to apply, but visas will not be issued for now.

12/31/2025

Happy New Year!
On behalf of Bhatta Law and Associates, we wish you a year filled with happiness, good health, and success. Thank you for your continued trust and support. We look forward to serving you in the year ahead.

12/26/2025

DHS Changes Process for Awarding H-1B Work Visas to Better Protect American Workers.
The Department of Homeland Security is amending regulations governing the H-1B work visa selection process to prioritize the allocation of visas to higher-skilled and higher-paid aliens to better protect the wages, working conditions, and job opportunities for American workers.

WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security is amending regulations governing the H-1B work visa selection process to prioritize the allocation of visas to higher-skilled and higher-paid aliens to better protect the wages, working conditions, and job opportunities for American workers. The n...

12/25/2025

We appreciate the trust you have placed in us and wish you and your loved ones a season filled with peace, joy, and good health. We look forward to continuing to serve you in the coming year. Happy Holidays from Bhatta Law and Associates.

12/17/2025

Another EB-1 success story.
Congratulations to Resmi Mirza on her EB-1 Green Card approval. As a Bangladeshi Folk and Fusion singer, her extraordinary ability was recognized, and we were honored to support her journey.